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    Protein Bar & Kitchen

    3.8 (154 reviews)
    Open • 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Precious B.

    This place is conveniently located by my son's high school and I've made it a daily routine to stop in every single morning for my protein shake. The staff is so friendly and the place is extremely clean! I love how they open super early and the food is always fresh. Thanks for making my mornings extra special!

    Bella G.

    Both drinks were very refreshing. The Fitmint (left) was creamy, smooth, and had a subtle minty taste. It had fresh mint, spinach, vanilla whey protein, almond milk, organic ghee, and malt powder. The Fauci (right) had mango, banana, strawberry, orange, lemon, ginger, honey, cayenne, and flu fighter boost. This smoothie was super tasty and I feel healthy It was pretty thicc and the cayenne pepper somehow worked really well with the other flavors #whoknew ‍

    Natosha M.

    I was in the area leaving from getting a facial next door. I decided to try out Protein Bar. Walking in it was very clean with a modern touch. I loved the pop of orange, made it seem vibrant. There is plenty of free parking so that's always a plus. Walker in I was greeted and placed my order. Service was quick and I didn't have to wait long for my order. I ordered a wrap...the Kale Caesar wrap and it was ok. I also ordered a smoothie and it was pretty tasty. There was plenty of seating, both booths and tables. I took my food to go but I wouldn't mind stopping in again if I'm in the area.

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    Ashley E.

    I had a vegan version of The Perk--it was fine. Not great though. I'm particular about my protein shakes. The texture was uneven. Because they added ice-/which I hate in shakes and smoothies--some parts would melt and it tasted like watery chocolate protein powder. The flavor was okay. It was definitely edible, but I wouldn't get it again. The protein content (according to the menu) was good. But I'm not sure if making it vegan changed that. This place is fine if you're kind of in a hurry to get some quick protein. It might have tasted better if I didn't make it vegan. I just like my protein shakes to be creamy, and this was more icey than creamy.

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    Louie N.

    Haven't been here in years. Good to know they are still in business. Healthy options, sizable portions. Clean, bright decor. Bathroom was clean and stocked with supplies. Friendly order taker/cashier. Free parking. Enough said.

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    Jason N.

    Yummy healthy food that is always fresh and quick to order! I highly recommend the bbq salmon bowl, as the flavors were rich and complex. Was a delicious balanced meal. I had it to go and was still delicious by the time i got back to eat it! Would definitely recommend this place!

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    Frances R.

    The smoothie was great but I found a hair in my salmon bowl. Killed my appetite completely, and I was compensated fairly when I told the manager. However it was a terrible experience, especially since I had noticed the hair when it was in my mouth, my brother also found a bone in his barrito and although he didn't go up to the counter he said he didn't enjoy his meal knowing there was a hair in mine. Will not come back here.

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    Chris R.

    Inexpensive and healthy vegan-friendly fast food restaurant in Chicago! Food**** We each got salads--the southwest and the super food vegan. The former had a kick to it and is mixed with quinoa, black beans, corn, avocado, tomato, carrot and cilantro-lime dressing w/ tofu (you can also get it with pea falafel). If you're up for a bit of a kick this salad is definitely for you! The superfood vegan was equally good but with a creamy chia dressing and no kick! The superfood vegan cookies with tofu, carrot, chickpeas, avocado, pickled red onion, hemp seed blend, and organic quinoa. Wow--good and super healthy! Atmosphere and Parking** Lots of seating and parking outside the restaurant. The vibe inside was casual and chill--playing pop music and booths are available as well as tables and chairs. They could definitely go around and clean the tables more! Service**** Counter ordering service and they will bring the food to your table (as long as you have your number up)! Price $ Under $10 for each entree

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    Niki R.

    I come here all the time just for their shakes. I love the Hi-5 and pumpkin. Both taste so great and are packed full of healthy ingredients, protein, and vitamins. They also make you feel full! I've tried healthy shakes all over the city and these are by far my favorite!

    PB&J Shake is pretty good! Protein shake prices are crazy these days so under $10 was a nice surprise.

    PB&J Shake is pretty good! Protein shake prices are crazy these days so under $10 was a nice surprise.

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    Love this place. It's a great go-to location for a good protein shake. Everyone is very nice and the location is very clean.

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    menu has variety, but ended up going with the burritos which were not very good unfortunately

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    Overpriced and food isn't very good. Just stopped by here for a $7 smoothie and it is almost all ice. I'm not coming back.

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    PLANTA Queen Chicago

    4.3(668 reviews)
    2.3 mi•Near North Side
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    Planta Queen Chicago is now one of my go-to spots. The food was excellent, but what made the night…read morewas our server Alejandro. He was attentive without hovering, food came out fast, and he genuinely added to the vibe. When I ordered the wrong dish, he caught it, swapped it for what I actually wanted, and comped it without making it a whole thing. That kind of service is rare. Great date spot, will absolutely be back.

    It's rare that a dining experience causes me to pause, sit back in my chair, close my eyes, and…read moresavor. This happenedat PLANTA Queen, self-described as plant-based dining, reimagined. Truly - eating at PLANTA is an experience. We weren't sure how busy it would be on a Saturday evening so made a reservation, which turned out to be the right move. We were seated promptly and our server thoughtfully offered descriptions and suggestions that guided us to the following assortment of mind-blowing items: -Bang Bang Broccoli: if you order nothing else, get this. Perfectly cooked, beautifully seasoned, with just the right amount of crispiness and a magical peanut chili sauce. -Firecracker maki roll: filled with sweet potato and avocado, topped with a monstrous pile of potato straws, unagi, and glorious sauce. -Udon noodles with truffle mushroom cream: the description is deceptively understated. This dish is magic - thick chewy noodles generously coated in an unbelievably creamy sauce and SO MANY mushrooms. Pricing is fine - more than I'd like to pay for a routine weeknight dinner, but justified by the flavors and the experience of elevated plant-based cuisine. It's a good (but also terrible) thing that I live far away, otherwise all my time and money would likely be spent at PLANTA.

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    Penelope's Vegan Taqueria

    4.5(243 reviews)
    1.8 mi•River North, Near North Side

    TLDR; go here it is great!!!!…read more My family and I were in Chicago for a short trip. A couple of us are vegan so I wanted to go to a vegan spot. We actually got the rec for Penelope's from a doorman lol. I am so glad we came here. Everything was DELICIOUS. Honestly, maybe some of the best tacos I've ever had. We ordered the quesadilla grande (which was good, but I think there's only so much you can do with vegan cheese), a taco platter, and 3 tacos. We tried to order one of each taco to try everything. The tacos were amazing -- we loved all of them. My favorites were the mushroom chimichurri and the soyrizo. They also have a spicy salsa that is AMAZING, but is super spicy. Service was good - the waitress we had was very attentive. We went on the earlier side for dinner so it was quiet, but did start picking up by the time we left. If I was local I'd definitely come back to hang out and take advantage of the deals they have on Tuesdays (if I remember correctly). I wish we had one in Minneapolis!

    I honestly was so surprised by how good the food was. The plant based Asada tacos were seasoned…read morewell, the Asada fries came topped with a delicious fresh guacamole, and the star of the show (the Baja tacos) were just phenomenal. I loved that they kept the flavors consistent with how I remember non-vegan food being. And it was such a good concept for the Baja taco to fire avocados as a substitute for the fish. Definitely recommend trying the red salsa to top off the tacos and the sangria to pair with your meal. As far as the ambiance goes, the music was fun , the windows were open, and the vibes were summery and fun. Decor could be slightly more up to date but it didn't take away from the experience. The waitresses were pretty nice , but when it hits closing time they will definitely let you know!!

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    Alice & Friends' Vegan Kitchen - The Special

    Alice & Friends' Vegan Kitchen

    4.5(549 reviews)
    4.9 mi•Edgewater
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    It's not often that I would consider moving to a new city just for the food, but Alice & Friends'…read moremade me carefully weigh the pros and cons. The entirely plant based menu is varied, whimsical, and intentional, and the staff are just glorious. Once seated our server inquired whether we had had the pleasure of dining at Alice & Friends' before, and upon discovering it was our first visit delightedly offered suggestions for our optimal enjoyment. The outcome: -Laksa: Malaysian noodle soup with a coconut curry broth, served with a variety of vegetables, tofu, and vegan shrimp. What? Yes. So good. -Heavenly curry: magical curry base (coconut milk, coriander, lemongrass, ginger, garlic, turmeric), chickpeas, and lots of hearty veggies including sweet potato, served over perfectly chewy brown rice. -Raw tiramisu: I can't even. Espresso, chocolate, cream, crust. Just get it. The decor (like the restaurant) is based on Alice in Wonderland, with lots of anthropomorphized friends to appreciate. Pricing is reasonable for the quality and the quantity. If ever I move to Chicago just know it's entirely to be closer to Alice and her friends.

    First, I'm an idiot. I've lived near this restaurant OVER 20 years, but have never come here. Happy…read moreto report, no longer an idiot. I came here with a vegan friend and an omnivore friend. Typically, I reject these dietary labels, as what we all eat is food. Simply food. However, I'm also not someone who is all "OH EW, VEGAN STUFF, NO." I will not only never say that, but I will ALWAYS try something new. You should too. ON TO THE FOOD. I had heard talk of their Ramen, so I immediately ordered that. OH MY GAWD. It is so good. It tastes like "regular" ramen, but is 100% vegan. There was a strip of stuff (it was seitan) that looked like the pork belly that typically comes in Tonkatsu ramen. How is this not meat?! It was SO GOOD and had the texture of meat. But it wasn't meat. The broth is silky smoove, savory and . . . my gawd, I drank every single drop. The noodles and veg things that typically come in ramen were there, and just delicious. Writing this review, I am now craving this ramen. I took home an additional order of this ramen for my BF and he became obsessed as well! We had a couple other appetizers that were fantastic too! Some breaded mushroom app that was super tasty. I'm typically not a breaded food fan, but this was light and crispy and really tasty. The interior is spare, uncluttered, full of light and spotlessly clean. The staff is so helpful, friendly, and earnest with answering any questions. No booze, it's BYOB, but they have a lot of Kombuchas to try! A neighborhood gem that I will now keep in rotation when dining out.

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    4.1(644 reviews)
    2.1 mi•Logan Square, Avondale
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    Totally 100% vegan, but I heard they were closing before the end of November…read more We came here on a Friday night around 5pm. They do allow children and have live shows at night. I got a beer, Maplewood IPA, and vegan nachos with "beef". They were very wet, they also had mixed greens on top which were nice but weird. For my main meal I got a fried chicken sandwich which had tempeh as the protein. It was very thick and dense but tasty. It came with French fries. My partner got a sour beer, and a chicken parm sandwich with French fries. He reported his was also very thick / dense.

    7/4/2026,They are permanently closed for a reason. See owner's comments. Customers are always…read moreright. Update from 4/28/2025 review, The Geo ?? had the most piss poor attitude from the beginning of my 1st transaction to this one. He started to gaslighting me that i was arguing(trying to make a scene)when I attempted to educate him on the reward program. I really kinda like a few things I On my 1st visit before I left the drink, I forgot to alert him that I wanted light ice so My drink, he mumbled that all he could do was pour out some of the ice. So that was very cold of him. He was rushing for no reason. I also witnessed the same crappy service without another young lady, maybe some woman hurt him, and he's taking it out on us women :( The service is a concern it makes the entire experience extremely cold and not worth the overpriced items. The only dessert they have is the cookie Everything else tastes like big ass globs of peanut butter. Yuck. Not sure how you're still open. People must be really desperate. I am retiring from this place. I would prefer Visiting "My Pie" Visit date 4/26/25 Saturday

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    Elephant + Vine

    4.4(93 reviews)
    0.7 mi•Lincoln Park

    First time here. Very pleased with the vegan menu that had lots of delicious meat substitutes!…read moreLow-key indoor and outdoor seating in a lively neighborhood. Helpful server explained the menu options. Where else can you get a $5 veggie burger? Nowhere. Loved the tangy Korean chik'n burger. Fast service. Casual spot. Would come again. Thank you for the inspired vegetarian food!

    After a week of juicing and water only, I was more than ready for my first solid meal. I came…read moreacross Elephant + Vine, a vegan comfort/fast food spot at 2315 N. Lincoln Ave., and between the menu and the name (yes, the elephant caught my attention), I knew I had to check it out. There's plenty of street parking in the area, I went on a Sunday, so meters were free. The interior is bright, green, and inviting, with lots of seating and great natural light coming in from the front windows. There's also outdoor seating, but it was a bit too cold the day we went, so we stayed inside. Service is counter-style, and the staff was very knowledgeable about the menu. It's fairly simple, but still fun and satisfying. I ordered an Impossible burger, tater tots, and a strawberry almond milk smoothie. My friend got fries, so I was able to try both. After over 40 days without fried food, I was especially excited for the tots and they did not disappoint. Overall, the food was good and solid across the board. Nothing that completely blew me away, but definitely satisfying. If you're vegan or vegetarian and craving a classic burger experience, this is a great option. The smoothie was good as well, though I personally prefer fruit-forward smoothies with lighter juices, so the almond milk base wasn't quite my favorite, but it still complemented the meal nicely. Overall, if you're looking for a casual sit-down spot with a cute atmosphere and a solid Impossible burger at a reasonable price, Elephant + Vine is a great choice. 3.5 out of 5 stars.

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    4.5(101 reviews)
    4.2 mi•Andersonville, Edgewater, Uptown
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    I'm trying to think of something on which Penelope's could improve, I truly am, but nothing comes…read moreto mind. Decor - fabulous. Menu - varied with options for anyone, plant based or not. Pricing - quite reasonable for a niche vegan taqueria. Portion sizes - appropriate. Flavors - spot on. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and ingredients, and while hesitant to offer suggestions did share her favorites, which was just as helpful. I tried: -Street style elote: I nearly cried. I found out about the (potential) joys of elote after becoming plant based, and as such had not been able to try it until my visit to Penelope's. The corn itself is sweet and bursts delightfully between the teeth. The combination of mayo, cheese, tajin, and cilantro elevate the dish that much more. I could eat a bucket of just this for a meal and be entirely satisfied. -Soy al pastor taco: beautifully seasoned soy protein balanced by fresh veggies and pineapple, with just enough kick to make you pay attention. -Mushroom chimichurri taco: THAT SAUCE IS EVERYTHING. The veggies are also fabulous, but holy smokes - chimichurri perfection. Ah! I just found the problems, of which there are two. 1. There are so many options I wasn't able to try everything. 2. Penelope's is located entirely too far from my home. Fix these, and I will award a magical 6th star.

    Not sure if I was just starving or if the food was really as SPECTACULAR as it looks! Either way,…read morethis place was a 10/10 and is totally worth the try even if you aren't vegan! Run, don't walk! I couldn't choose between the Asada Fries or Enchiladas, so I got both and they did not disappoint. The Chimichanga was good too. Honestly, everything was seasoned to perfection! I also tried the dirty horchata & it was perfect! I'll definitely be back soon. Next time with more family and friends!

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